PWHL Detroit defenseman Claire Thompson leaves for medical school
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 5:15 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Defenseman Claire Thompson has decided to leave the PWHL Detroit to pursue a career in orthopedic surgery. The 28-year-old player has had a notable career, including playing for the Canadian Olympic team and securing a PWHL championship with Minnesota. Thompson aims to resume her studies at NYU, marking a significant career pivot. Her choice reflects a growing trend among athletes to prioritize education or alternative careers early on, though such decisions remain uncommon in professional hockey.
- •Claire Thompson leaves PWHL Detroit to study orthopedic surgery.
- •Thompson won a PWHL championship and Olympic gold medal.
- •She plans to return to NYU to continue her education.
- •Her decision mirrors others in sports choosing medical careers.
- 5:15 AMYahoo Sports — PWHL Detroit Loses Defenseman to Medical School
"In its infancy, some PWHL have to make choices when it comes to their future. For defenseman Claire Thonmpson, a […]
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